Account Director, Corporate Affairs

About the role

The Account Director will lead complex corporate communications campaigns and manage high-profile client relationships within the Corporate and Public Affairs team. This role involves providing strategic counsel, coordinating global client teams, and driving business growth through integrated communication solutions. The successful candidate will mentor junior staff and ensure operational excellence across a diverse portfolio of clients.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop strong client relationships built on trust, leading client meetings and overseeing the smooth running of accounts.
• Develop and execute integrated campaigns and communications strategies across high profile issues.
• Lead and coordinate a global Burson client team working across multiple time zones.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery, high-quality output, and alignment with client expectations.
• Lead and inspire a team of professionals, motivating and coaching junior colleagues while fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Work closely with analysts, strategists, and creative teams to incorporate data insights and deliver integrated campaigns.
• Identify opportunities to expand client work, develop proposals, and contribute to pitch meetings for new business.
• Manage client budgets, revenue, and resources, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery while meeting or exceeding client needs.

Required skills

• Corporate communications
• Client relationship management
• Strategic communications
• Team leadership
• Budget management
• Data insights
• Analytics

Nice to have

• Aerospace sector experience
• Defence sector experience

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Mentorship programs

About the Company

Burson, part of WPP, is a global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. The company utilizes specialized teams, industry-leading technologies, and creative strategies to help brands redefine reputation as a competitive advantage.